directive
Americannoun
adjective
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tending to direct; directing
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indicating direction
Other Word Forms
- self-directive adjective
Etymology
Origin of directive
First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English word from Medieval Latin word dīrēctīvus. See direct, -ive
Example Sentences
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However, the government granted the Ritz-Carlton camp an exemption from the directive, calling the move necessary to attract investors.
Believers, including the Posts, Capron, and Willets, discussed the spirits’ directive in depth.
From Literature
When the duty actually came into effect on Tuesday official documents showed the rate was 10% as no new directive had been issued to increase it.
From BBC
However, an official directive to increase the rate has not yet been issued.
From BBC
In addition to a will or trust, consider a durable financial power of attorney, a healthcare proxy, and advance healthcare directive.
From MarketWatch
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